1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 305 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |
